Auberge McGowan

Gareth

4.0

This is a restaurant review, we didn't stay at the auberge.

We were seated quickly on the terrace with a beautiful view of the lake. It's a delightful location, & the auberge has been beautifully renovated.

We chose the mussels & the fish & chips from the lunch menu, along with an excellent Petit Chablis.

The serving staff were wonderful - friendly & attentive, very professional & welcoming.

The food arrived quickly, & the pesentation was excellent. Our meals were delicious, particularly the subtle strawberry & tarragon tomato sauce with the copious portion of mussels, albeit a little on the salty side for my taste.

The fish & chips were delicious, with fine, crispy batter. However, I was disappointed with the size of the cod portion - for the price there should have been 3 pieces at least. The fries portion was also a little on the small side, & the fries, while hot, were soft & soggy. The dish might have been more accurately described as'two bites of battered fish'... That said, tartare sauce was clearly home made & probably one off the best I've ever tasted anywhere in Canada.

I should add that when we mentioned the small fries portions our server immediately offered us an extra portion of fries, so full marks there.

All in all a delicious meal at a truly delightful location, a great experience marred slightly the stingy fish portion.

Phillip

5.0

Superbe terrasse au bord du lac! Les plats étaient savoureux, les cocktails & le vin délicieux. Un endroit parfait pour profiter d'un bon repas avec vue magnifique.
Wonderful lakeside terrace! The food was flavorful & refined, great wine list & cocktails. Perfect place to enjoy a great meal with a beautiful view.

Dirk

5.0

This is a lovely destination - a beautifully rebuilt auberge overlooking the Georgeville harbour & Lake Memphremagog. While our party had only drinks & a cheeseboard on the verandah, both were excellent & served with professionalism. Not cheap, but a great place to treat yourself to a special outing.

Paul

5.0

Great lunch with a great view in a beautiful setting. Our first time back since it was newly renovated. Exquisitely done. The service was outstanding. Highly recommend.

Jackie

5.0

We celebrated our son's 18th birthday & had a lovely dinner in the Inn. Although we did not stay over, the restaurant & bar were beautiful, & the service was great. I hope to return in the summer when we can experience more of the view.

Richard

5.0

I had lunch with my husband & friend on Friday. We were so pleased with the whole experience! The setting was beautiful with a view of the lake & the restaurant was quiet. So happy there was no loud music playing as some of us have hearing issues. We were able to enjoy our conversations. Thank you! The food was delicious with 2 having the fish & chips (beautiful piece of cod with a light crisp batter) & I had the gnocchi with wild mushrooms, peas & pancetta. Excellent! With a glass of wine it was the perfect lunch. This is the third time since July that my husband & I have brought friends & dined at Auberge McGowan. We will definitely be back to enjoy a winter meal. Hopefully in front of your fireplace. Here is a picture from our July lunch.

Alex

5.0

Beautiful cozy inn with welcoming staff & waterfront views.

James

5.0

A delightful location with beautiful rooms, pleasant staff & delicious food!

Rachel

2.0

This hotel is beautiful. The beds are comfy, the decor is nice & the view is stunning. So, I was surprised to note that the service was no match for the aesthetics. For the money we paid per night (approx $400/night), I would have expected maybe a bottle of water in the room, or not to be balked at when I asked for extra towels, or have the room serviced/clean or, at the very least, have someone come in & empty the garbages. They should tell the customers that once they check in, that's where the service ends.

Nilesh

5.0

Auberge McGowan is a charming retreat known for its exceptionally friendly service, which creates a warm & welcoming atmosphere. The small, family-owned nature of the establishment enhances this feeling, allowing for personalized attention & a sense of intimacy that larger hotels often lack. Nestled on the waterfront, the setting is both serene & picturesque, offering guests beautiful views & a tranquil environment. It is an ideal spot for my 50th birthday. Thank you for welcoming my entire family & we will definitely come back on a yearly basis.